- Universities in Mobile
- Ranked in at least one ranking
- Different Rankings list
- Universities in Mobile
- (8 institution and 3 subject rankings)
- Global Rankings rank
- Universities in Mobile
- Among TOP 200
Mobile, Alabama, is one of the Gulf Coast’s main cultural centres and has many attractions of interest to international students.
Known for having the oldest organised Carnival and Mardi Gras celebrations in the U.S., Mobile is a historic city full of beautiful areas and a vibrant cultural scene. It’s home to the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park, one of the main visitor attractions, where you can learn about US military history. Other options for free time visits are Fort Conde, the Mobile Carnival Museum, The Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center, The Dauphin Island Sea Lab, or just explore the beaches and small towns along Mobile Bay.
PROS
- Mobile’s livability score is above average, calculated according to education, crime, cost of living, and residents’ happiness.
- The variety of reputable universities in the city, encourages international students to choose this area as their study destination.
- One of the most common things students say about life in Mobile is that the beaches are a great way to spend the weekend, Dauphin Island being a particular favourite.
CONS
- Cockroaches can be a serious problem. Alabama is notorious for infestations in general, but Mobile perhaps even more so.
- A recurring complaint among the locals is that the weather is unpredictable, and is occasionally affected by hurricanes and tropical storms.
- 28 Nov, 2022: Publication of URAP World Ranking - University Ranking by Academic Performance. University of South Alabama ranked #1406.
- 24 Oct, 2022: Us News published most recent results of US News: Best Global Universities. University of South Alabama achieves position 1317.
- 11 Sep, 2022: Publication of US News Best National Universities. University of South Alabama ranked #331.
- 28 Aug, 2022: New edition of Washington Monthly - National Universities. in position #380.
Highest subject rankings of universities in Mobile
Rankings of universities in Mobile, USA 2023

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Payscale College Salary Report - Best Universities (Bachelors only)
[Published 11 November, 2021] |
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Payscale College Salary Report - Best Universities (All Alumni)
[Published 11 November, 2021] |
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Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
[Published 01 January, 2022] |
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Payscale College Salary Report - Best Universities (Bachelors only)
[Published 11 November, 2021] |
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Payscale College Salary Report - Best Universities (All Alumni)
[Published 11 November, 2021] |
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Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
[Published 01 January, 2022] |
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Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education US College Rankings
[Published 14 September, 2021] |
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QS World University Rankings
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US News: Best Global Universities
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Student Opinions About Studying in Mobile
“Mobile is a charming city to live in, with lots of old buildings and architecture that gives it a special character. The locals are super friendly and polite, and you’ll always find something to do, especially downtown. There’s practically no traffic jams, which is welcome news for those thinking of having a car while living here.”
“I’ll be straight forward: friendly people, good food, and a quiet city. It’s still in development, but Mobile has everything you need and more, from shops, restaurants, and good education, to parks, squares and architectural history.”
“The cost of living here is quite a bit cheaper than the average, which has been helpful for living alone and independently for the first time in my life. Living in a studio apartment is affordable, but you always have the option to share a room with classmates. The entertainment options are more varied than what I expected.”
Mobile Key Facts for International Students
Population: 195000
Elevation: 3 m. above sea level
Time: GMT -6
District/province: Alabama, Mobile County
* 100 = prices in London
- Living costs without accommodation 72* (28% cheaper than London)
- All costs including accommodation 55* (45% cheaper than London)
- Meals (grocery & lower cost restaurants) 64* (36% cheaper than London)
- Average Big Mac price 5.15 US$
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- Residential voltage: 120 V
- Frequency: 60 Hz
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- Residential voltage: 120 V
- Frequency: 60 Hz
Map with location of universities in Mobile



Ranking publishers
British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK
- Universities:
- 11087
- Published:
- 08 June, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -QS World University Rankings:
- Academic Reputation 40%
Employer Reputation 10%
Faculty/Student Ratio 20%
Citations per faculty 20%
International Faculty Ratio 5%
International Student Ratio 5%
CWUR Center for World University Rankings
- Universities:
- 6000
- Published:
- 25 April, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -CWUR Center for World University Rankings:
- Research Performance 40%
Quality of Education 25%
Alumni Employment 25%
Quality of Faculty 10%
Payscale
- Universities:
- 2688
- Published:
- 11 November, 2021
- Criteria used in ranking -Payscale College Salary Report - Best Universities (Bachelors only):
- Ranking is based on ROI
- Universities:
- 3158
- Published:
- 11 November, 2021
Scimago Institutions
- Universities:
- 12387
- Published:
- 04 April, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -Scimago Institutions Rankings:
- Research 50%
Innovation 30%
Societal 20%
Urap
- Universities:
- 9002
- Published:
- 28 November, 2022
Us News
- Universities:
- 2820
- Published:
- 11 September, 2022
- Universities:
- 5248
- Published:
- 24 October, 2022
Wallstreet Journal USA & THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Universities:
- 1593
- Published:
- 14 September, 2021
- Criteria used in ranking -Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education US College Rankings:
- Outcomes 40% (employability)
Resources 30%
Engagement 20% (teaching)
Environment 10% (diversity)
Washington Monthly
- Universities:
- 1222
- Published:
- 28 August, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -Washington Monthly - National Universities:
- Social Mobility 33.33%
Research 33.33%
Community and National Service 33.33%
Webometrics
- Universities:
- 36007
- Published:
- 01 January, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities:
- Visibility 50%
Excellence 35%
Transparency 10%
Presence 5%